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Ingredients 2 tart apples c. dried apricots c. raisins 1 c. walnuts 1/4 tsp. cinnamon 2 tbsp. melted butter 1/4 c. apple juice 2 tbsp. honey 1/4 tsp. dried thyme 1/2 tsp. salt 2 Cornish hens (about 1 1/4 pounds each) 1/4 tsp. fresh-ground black pepper Preparation Step 1Heat the oven to 425°F. In a roasting pan, combine the apples, apricots, raisins, walnuts, cinnamon and butter. Spread the mixture over the bottom of the pan....

Ingredients 1 1/2 c. fresh cranberries 1/2 c. granulated sugar 1/3 c. granulated sugar 1 tbsp. water all-purpose flour Pate Sucree 1 large egg white 8 oz. cranberry jam or preserves 10 tbsp. unsalted butter 3 large eggs 1/2 tsp. pure vanilla extract 6 oz. whole almonds (1 1/4 cups) 1 tsp. ground cinnamon 1/4 tsp. salt Preparation Step 1Put fresh cranberries, 1/3 cup sugar, and the water into a saucepan over medium heat and cook, stirring to dissolve sugar, until cranberries have just softened, about 3 minutes....

Ingredients 4 cups cooked rice1/2 cup butter, divided1/4 cup all-purpose flour2 cups milk2 teaspoons chicken bouillon granules1/2 to 1 teaspoon seasoned salt1/2 teaspoon garlic powder1/4 teaspoon pepper4 to 5 cups cubed cooked chicken12 ounces Velveeta, cubed2 cups sour cream1-1/4 cups crushed butter-flavored crackers (about 32) Preparation Spread rice into a greased shallow 3-qt. or 13-in. x 9-in. baking dish; set aside. In a saucepan, melt 1/4 cup butter; stir in flour until smooth....

Ingredients 2 packages (8 ounces each) cream cheese, softened2/3 cup French salad dressing1/2 cup ketchup1 small onion, diced, optionalCorn chips Preparation In a large bowl, beat cream cheese until smooth. Beat in the salad dressing, ketchup and onion if desired. Chill until serving. Serve with corn chips.

Ingredients 1 pork tenderloin (1 pound), cut into 1-inch cubes1 teaspoon all-purpose flour4 teaspoons paprika3/4 teaspoon salt1/4 teaspoon pepper1 tablespoon butter3/4 cup heavy whipping creamHot cooked egg noodles or rice Minced fresh parsley, optional Preparation Toss pork with flour and seasonings. In a large skillet, heat butter over medium heat; saute pork until lightly browned, 4-5 minutes. Add cream; bring to a boil, stirring to loosen browned bits from pan. Cook, uncovered, until cream is slightly thickened, 5-7 minutes....

Ingredients 3 c. buttermilk 2 tbsp. kosher salt 1 tbsp. Freshly ground black pepper 2 tsp. cayenne pepper 4 lb. medium chicken wings 2 c. all-purpose flour 1 tsp. onion powder 1 tsp. garlic powder 1 tsp. kosher salt 1 tsp. Freshly ground black pepper 1/2 tsp. cayenne pepper vegetable oil Preparation Step 1Make the buttermilk soak: In a large bowl, combine the buttermilk with the salt, black pepper, and cayenne....

Ingredients 2/3 cup ranch salad dressing2 cups coarsely crushed cornflakes1 tablespoon Italian seasoning1 teaspoon garlic powder4 boneless skinless chicken breast halves (6 ounces each) Preparation Preheat oven to 400°. Place salad dressing in a shallow bowl. In a separate shallow bowl, mix cornflakes, Italian seasoning and garlic powder. Dip chicken in dressing, then in cornflake mixture, patting to help coating adhere. Place on a greased baking sheet. Bake 30-35 minutes or until a thermometer reads 165°....

Ingredients 1 cup plus 1 tablespoon water (70° to 80°)3 teaspoons sugar1-1/2 teaspoon salt2-1/2 cups bread flour1/2 cup seven-grain cereal1-1/2 teaspoons active dry yeast1 egg yolk1 teaspoon cold waterSesame or poppy seeds, optional Preparation In bread machine pan, place the first six ingredients in order suggested by manufacturer. Select dough setting (check dough after 5 minutes of mixing; add 1 to 2 tablespoons of water or flour if needed). When the cycle is completed, turn dough onto a lightly floured surface....

Ingredients 1 recipe Chocolate Cake 1/2 recipe White Cake 1 recipe Basic Buttercream 1/2 recipe Chocolate Buttercream White, yellow, sky blue, and green gel food coloring Preparation Step 1Baking: Bake the chocolate cake in two 6-inch round cake pans. Cool to room temperature, then freeze for no less than 6 hours, preferably overnight. (You may need to extend the recommended cooking time when using 6-inch pans.)Step 2Bake the white cake in a 9 by 13-inch pan....

Ingredients 2 tbsp. Cooking oil 1/2 lb. ground pork 1 onion 2 ribs celery 1 green bell pepper 1 clove garlic 1/4 tsp. cayenne 1/2 tsp. paprika 1/2 tsp. dried oregano 1 bay leaf 1 3/4 tsp. salt 1/4 tsp. fresh-ground black pepper 1 1/2 c. long-grain rice 3 c. canned low-sodium chicken broth or homemade stock 1 lb. medium shrimp 2 scallions including green tops Preparation Step 1In a large saucepan, heat 1 tablespoon of the oil over moderate heat....

Ingredients 3/4 cup graham cracker crumbs1/2 cup butter, melted2 cups confectioners’ sugar1/2 cup chunky peanut butter1 cup semisweet chocolate chips Preparation In a bowl, combine cracker crumbs and butter. Stir in sugar and peanut butter. Press into a greased 8-in. square pan. In a microwave or double boiler, melt the chocolate chips and stir until smooth. Spread over peanut butter layer. Chill 30 minutes; cut into squares. Chill until firm, about 30 minutes longer....

Ingredients 1 package (14 ounces) caramels2 cups semisweet chocolate chips1 can (12 ounces) evaporated milk1/2 cup butter1/2 cup seedless raspberry jamFrozen pound cake, thawedAssorted fresh fruit Preparation In a large saucepan, combine the first 5 ingredients. Cook over low heat until caramels, chips and butter are melted, about 15 minutes. Stir until smooth. Transfer to a 1-1/2-qt. slow cooker or fondue pot. Serve warm with pound cake or fruit.

Ingredients 1 package chocolate cake mix (regular size)1 package (3.9 ounces) instant chocolate pudding mix3 tablespoons baking cocoa1-3/4 cups milk2 large eggs, room temperature2 cups semisweet chocolate chipsConfectioners’ sugar Preparation In a large bowl, combine the cake and pudding mixes, cocoa, milk and eggs. Beat on low speed for 30 seconds. Beat on medium for 2 minutes. Stir in chocolate chips. Pour into a greased and floured 10-in. fluted tube pan....

Ingredients 1/2 cup mayonnaise1/2 cup sour cream2 ounces cream cheese, softened2 tablespoons minced fresh cilantro1 tablespoon chopped chipotle pepper in adobo sauce6 ounces uncooked chorizo or bulk spicy pork sausage2 cups crumbled queso fresco1/4 cup enchilada sauce1/4 cup chopped green chiles1 package (12 ounces) wonton wrappersOil for frying Preparation For dipping sauce, in a small bowl, combine the mayonnaise, sour cream, cream cheese, cilantro and chipotle peppers. Cover and refrigerate until serving....

Ingredients 1/4 cup butter, softened3/4 cup sugar1 large egg, room temperature2 cups all-purpose flour2 teaspoons baking powder1/4 teaspoon salt1/2 cup 2% milk2 cups fresh blueberriesTOPPING:2/3 cup sugar1/2 cup all-purpose flour1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon1/3 cup cold butter, cubedWhipped cream, optional Preparation Preheat oven to 375°. In a small bowl, cream butter and sugar until light and fluffy, 5-7 minutes. Add egg; beat well. In another bowl, combine the flour, baking powder and salt; add to creamed mixture alternately with milk, beating well after each addition....

Ingredients Flaky Pie Crust 2 c. whole milk 3/4 c. sugar c. all-purpose flour pinch of salt 4 large eggs 1 1/2 c. sweetened shredded coconut (about 6 ounces) 1 tsp. pure vanilla extract Pinch of cream of tartar Preparation Step 1Preheat the oven to 350°F. Line a 9-inch glass pie plate with 1 rolled-out round of the Flaky Pie Crust. Trim the overhang to 1 inch, fold it under itself and crimp decoratively....

Ingredients 4-1/2 cups Concord grapes (about 2 pounds)1 cup sugar1/4 cup all-purpose flour2 teaspoons lemon juice1/8 teaspoon salt1 unbaked pastry shell (9 inches)TOPPING:1/2 cup quick-cooking oats1/2 cup packed brown sugar1/4 cup all-purpose flour1/4 cup butter, cubed Preparation Squeeze the end of each grape opposite the stem to separate skins from pulp. Set skins aside. Place pulp in a medium saucepan; bring to a boil. Boil and stir for 1 minute. Press through a strainer or food mill to remove seeds....

Ingredients 1 can (14-1/2 ounces) chicken or vegetable broth2 tablespoons water2 tablespoons lemon juice1 teaspoon grated lemon zest1/2 teaspoon salt1 package (10 ounces) couscous2 cups frozen peas, thawed1/2 cup slivered almonds, toasted1 jar (4 ounces) diced pimientos, drained Preparation In a large saucepan, bring the broth, water, lemon juice, zest and salt to a boil. Stir in couscous and peas. Cover; remove from the heat and let stand for 5 minutes....

Ingredients 2 large onions, chopped2 teaspoons canola oil4 cups chicken broth3 cups frozen corn2 cups cubed peeled potatoes1 cup heavy whipping cream1 to 3 teaspoons minced chipotle pepper in adobo sauce1/4 teaspoon saltCHEDDAR CORNMEAL DUMPLINGS:1/2 cup all-purpose flour1/4 cup yellow cornmeal1 teaspoon baking powder1/4 teaspoon salt1/2 cup 2% milk1/4 cup shredded cheddar cheese Preparation In a large saucepan, saute onions in oil until tender. Add the broth, corn, potatoes, cream, chipotle pepper and salt....

Ingredients 2/3 cup sugar2/3 cup cider vinegar2/3 cup canola oil1 can (15-1/4 ounces) whole kernel corn, drained1 can (15 ounces) whole baby corn, rinsed and drained, halved1 can (11 ounces) yellow and white whole kernel corn, drained1 can (7 ounces) white or shoepeg corn, drained1 large sweet red pepper, chopped1 medium red onion, chopped4 to 5 celery ribs, slicedLeaf lettuce, optional Preparation In a small saucepan, combine the sugar, vinegar and oil....